Small Talk: Definition, Questions, & ExamplesSmall talk makes up a third of our daily conversation - not a small role in our lives at all! Learn the science behind small talk and how to engage in small talk more effectively.
If we Bostonians can lay it on a little thick with the hometown pride, why do we do it? I can’t tell you how much mileage my love for Boston has gotten me in breaking the ice with people. This is my ace-in-the-hole for navigating those moments when a little bit of superficial conversation is necessary. Sports, geography, and (to a lesser extent) accents are all classic small talk topics, and I deploy them all the time.
Now, is there a point to all this small talk? Am I just filling the silence, smoothing over my own discomfort, or is my willingness to do the whole small talk thing actually worth something? Turns out that psychologists and linguists have spent a lot of time studying small talk, which actually comprises nearly a third of all the time we spend talking (Bullis & Bach, 1991). Let’s look at the definition of small talk and the importance of small talk in our daily lives, then review plenty of examples so that you know you’re ready to ace your next small talk scenario. Before reading on, if you're a therapist, coach, or wellness entrepreneur, be sure to grab our free Wellness Business Growth eBook to get expert tips and free resources that will help you grow your business exponentially. Are You a Therapist, Coach, or Wellness Entrepreneur?
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